Industrial Geography in Contemporary China

This title explores the development processes, research paradigms, and achievements of China's industrial geography in the post-reform period, focusing on its geographical distribution, agglomeration, urbanization, regional evolution, firms, exports, foreign investment, labor migration, land supply, innovation, environmental issues, and planning. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students studying economic geography, industrial geography, and China's industrial and economic development.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 624 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This title offers a comprehensive overview of industrial geography in the context of contemporary China, delving into the development processes, research paradigms, and achievements of China's industrial geography, particularly during the post-reform era. The first two chapters provide a foundational understanding of the historical backdrop of industrialization and the evolving policies that shape industrial geography in China. Building upon extensive literature reviews, empirical data analysis, and case studies, the author then explores key aspects of industrial geography, including geographical patterns, dynamics, and the profound impact of industrial development. The following topics are examined in depth:
1. Geographical Distribution and Agglomeration of Industries: Analyzing the spatial arrangement and clustering of industries across China, including factors such as urbanization, transportation networks, and resource availability.
2. National Industrial Parks: Examining the role of national industrial parks in promoting industrial growth, fostering innovation, and attracting foreign investment.
3. Urbanization and Industrialization: Investigating the interplay between urbanization and industrialization, exploring the challenges and opportunities posed by rapid urbanization in China's industrial development.
4. Regional Evolution of Industries and Interregional Networks: Analyzing the shifting dynamics of industries across different regions of China, including the emergence of new industrial centers, the expansion of existing industries, and the development of interregional networks.
5. Firms and Industrial Organizations: Examining the role of firms and industrial organizations in shaping industrial development, including their strategies, operations, and contributions to regional economies.
6. Exports, Foreign Investment, and Trade: Analyzing the patterns of exports, foreign investment, and trade in China, including their drivers, challenges, and implications for industrial growth and regional development.
7. Labour Migration: Exploring the phenomenon of labour migration in China, examining the factors driving labour mobility, the impact on workers and their families, and the policies and initiatives aimed at managing labour migration.
8. Land Supply: Analyzing the availability and allocation of land for industrial development, including challenges such as land scarcity, environmental regulations, and land reform policies.
9. Industrial Innovation: Investigating the drivers and mechanisms of industrial innovation in China, including technological advancements, government policies, and the role of firms and research institutions.
10. Environmental Issues and Regulations: Examining the environmental challenges and regulations faced by China's industrial sector, including measures to mitigate environmental impact, promote sustainable development, and comply with international standards.
11. Industrial Planning: Analyzing the processes and strategies involved in industrial planning in China, including urban planning, industrial land allocation, and industrial policy formulation.
In offering a comprehensive perspective on the industrial geography of contemporary China, this title serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and students interested in economic geography, industrial geography, and the industrial and economic development of the People's Republic of China. It provides a deep understanding of the complex relationships between industries, geography, and economic development, enabling readers to analyze and interpret the changing landscape of China's industrial sector.

Weight: 1188g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032245249